Middle School Associate Director of Operations

Join Our “Relationships-First” Team:                                

We invite you to be a part of a team whose mission-aligned culture offers sustainable, rewarding career paths in teaching, operations, and leadership, built on collaboration and mutual support. Experience the difference at a workplace that celebrates and cultivates each team member’s passions, skills and multi-disciplinary interests as we build a brighter future together, one student at a time.

Why Educators Choose S2:

• A “Relationships-First” culture where you’re valued, supported, and included
• Collaborative planning time and mutual support
• Opportunities to lead initiatives that strengthen student growth at every stage of their PreK–12 education
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including offering a competitive compensation package, including a strong benefits program and a 401(k) with a 6% organizational match
• A bilingual, community-rooted model serving Washington Heights and Inwood including a pantry partnership, Bachata Nights, multicultural festivals, and a reading initiative. 

Our Middle School Associate Director of Operations:

Our Middle School at School in the Square opened its doors in Fall 2024 where we began creating opportunities and access for our students that go beyond the core content areas. Our middle school community provides students with educators who have great content expertise and passion for their content, while empowering them to have the autonomy and resources to get the job done in the most creative, effective, and fulfilling way possible.

We are looking for a dedicated, mission-aligned Associate Director of Operations, a key member of the school's leadership team, responsible for ensuring that the non-instructional aspects of school life run smoothly and effectively. The Associate Director of Operations will lead core operational functions including student and staff technology, procurement, logistics for school-wide events, safety, and staff & family communication systems. This role allows school leaders and educators to focus on teaching and learning by providing high-quality operational support every day. Reporting to our Director of Operations and in collaboration with a diverse and committed School Leadership Team (SLT), they will ensure teachers, support staff, and school leaders have the resources they need to effectively and efficiently do their work. 

Who You Are:

• Minimum of 3 years of operations, project management, or leadership experience within a school, preference for a middle school setting
• Fluent Spanish and English speaker required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A high level of integrity and a strong work ethic
• Belief in School in the Square’s mission, education model and core values
• Proficiency in the Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Impeccable organizational and time management skills
• Strong sense of urgency
• Keen eye for detail
• Bachelor's Degree

Associate Director of Operations Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensure key operational outcomes with a culture of high expectations, clear feedback and continuous improvement
• Develop systems that ensure the facilities and its operations meet standards of operational excellence
• Support the management of the Student Attendance System 
• Coordinate and implement safety policies
• Oversee the logistics of school-wide events: field trips, family events, first day of school 
• Curriculum and Assessment ordering and logistics
• Oversee the student report card process 
• Oversee general aesthetic expectations of the school (bulletin boards, classrooms, signage etc.) creating a welcoming environment for all students, staff and families

What Can You Expect From Us

At S2, we take as much care of our staff as we do of our students. S2 is committed to supporting our staff by helping them build sustainable, rewarding careers that center on each individual’s passions and multi-disciplinary interests. All of our faculty and staff are valued professionals and we are proud to provide team-building and collaboration, comfortable and friendly working conditions and more, to ensure our team members have the tools they need to succeed.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, School in the Square provides ultra competitive salaries. Expected salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000, depending on experience, level of education, required certifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.

Additionally, we provide opportunities for supplemental compensation, an excellent benefits package with:

• a 401K program with a 6% organizational match
• 93% coverage of healthcare coverage
• longevity bonus
• generous paid time off
• and a supportive work environment. 

School in the Square understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.